Approval Profile
Environmental Clearance Certificate
Clearance
Pre-Signing
Building Approval Chain
UNVERIFIED
Overview
Environmental clearance required for construction projects classified as Red, Orange-A or Orange-B category under ECR 1997.
When Is This Required?
| Parameter | Condition | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Category |
in_list
Red,Orange-A,Orange-B |
Required |
Required Evidence
Application Input
Output
Validity & Renewal
Duration
12 months
Renewal Cycle
12 months
Renewal Lead Time
60 days before expiry
Lapses on inaction. This approval expires automatically if not renewed.
Legal Basis
Environment Conservation Rules 1997 (amended 2023) UNVERIFIED
Schedule Schedule 1 — Environmental Clearance Categories
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: Schedule 1 of the Environment Conservation Rules 1997 classifies industries and projects into Green, Orange-A, Orange-B, and Red categories based on their environmental impact, determining the level of environmental clearance required.
Environment Conservation Act 1995 (amended 2010) UNVERIFIED
Section Section 12 — Environmental Clearance
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: Section 12 of the Environment Conservation Act 1995 establishes the requirement for environmental clearance before undertaking certain industrial and development activities. The exact text requires verification.
Approval Details
Type
Clearance
Issuing Authority
DoE
Lifecycle Phase
Pre-Signing
Typical Lead Time
~60 days
Validity
1 year (renewable)
Applies To
Factory, Warehouse, Large Commercial, Hospital
Requirements may vary by jurisdiction and project. Always confirm with the issuing authority.